If you have a tip concerning a crime, call the St. Joseph Police Department at 320-363-8250 or Tri-County Crime Stoppers at 320-255-1301, or access its tip site at www.tricountycrimestoppers.org. Crime Stoppers offers rewards up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for a crime.
Sept. 13
3:22 a.m. Traffic stop. Minnesota Street W/CR 2. While on routine patrol, an officer noticed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was driving 45 mph in a 30-mph zone. The vehicle was stopped, and the driver admitted to speeding due to being late for his shift. A citation was issued, and the driver was released.
10:29 a.m. Welfare check. Minnesota Street E. A complainant asked police to check in with someone he had been trying to reach since the previous evening. Officers made contact with the man who discovered he had left the phone off the hook and therefore could not receive calls. The complainant was informed.
Sept. 14
12:48 a.m. Traffic stop. Minnesota Street W./Third Avenue N.W. While on routine patrol, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was driving 52 mph in a 30-mph zone. The vehicle was stopped. The driver stated he didn’t know the area well and was not aware of the speed limit. He was issued a citation and released.
3:09 a.m. Medical. College Avenue S. Police were dispatched to a medical emergency. A woman had fallen out of her bed and hit her head. She had a small cut above her eye. Gold Cross Ambulance paramedics arrived and took over care.
7:17 a.m. Public assist. Kennedy Community School. Police monitored hallways, and spoke with students and staff.
Sept. 15
3:29 a.m. Medical. Third Avenue S.E. Police were dispatched for a male who was having an asthma attack. Upon arrival, the man was having great difficulty breathing. Oxygen was administered and Gold Cross Ambulance paramedics arrived on scene. He was transported to St. Cloud Hospital for further medical care.
5:03 a.m. Welfare check. Baker Street East. Officers responded to a complainant who stated a female had been sitting in her vehicle yelling and swearing for at least 20 minutes. Upon arrival, two females were located. They explained they were talking about issues they were having with their children. They were informed of the complaint and agreed to be quieter. No further action was taken.
